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The Karate Kid Collection (Four Film Set) |  | Directors: Christopher Cain, John G. Avildsen
Actors: Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Hilary Swank, Robyn Lively, Thomas Ian Griffith
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
List Price: $36.95
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Rating:  90 reviews
Sales Rank: 2914
Format: Box set, Color, DVD, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Thai (Subtitled), Korean (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 99
Discs: 4
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 3
Running Time: 455 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.4 x 0.8
MPN: 04728
ISBN: 1404954333
UPC: 043396047280
EAN: 9781404954335
ASIN: B0006OBPTA
Theatrical Release Date: August 12, 1994
Release Date: February 1, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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A sizable hit with both teen audiences and sports-themed movie enthusiasts, 1984's The Karate Kid had the right combination of heart and action to spawn three sequels of varying quality between 1986 and 1994; all four features have been packaged together in this three-disc set. Though plot elements varied from film to film, the core story (and the series' greatest strength) remained the same--the relationship between a wise Japanese martial arts teacher (skillfully underplayed by comedian Pat Morita) and his young American student (Ralph Macchio in the first three films, and future Oscar winner Hilary Swank in the final entry, The Next Karate Kid). The first of the Morita/Macchio matchups remains the best of the four features, with excellent performances from both leads and director John G. Avildsen (who also handled Rocky and the first two Kid sequels) expertly balancing the emotional moments with the pure excitement of the martial arts tournament that serves as its finale. The subsequent sequels with Macchio seemed pulpier (especially The Karate Kid, Part II, with its rekindled wartime romance subplot), and the inevitable come-from-behind competitions lacking the impact of the original; 1994's The Next Karate Kid (directed by Christopher Cain) put a slight spin on the formula by replacing Macchio with belligerent teen Swank, but it too seems like a retread of the first film. Still, the messages inherent to each film--finding one's inner strength, trusting your heart--should ring true to new generations of younger viewers. Fans may find the Collection light on supplemental features--while all four films are presented in anamorphic widescreen format, only the original (which was previously released in pan-and-scan only) offers commentary by Avildsen, Macchio and Morita and several making-of featurettes; the three sequels, packed into two discs, offer no extras. --Paul Gaita
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 Great Movies! December 28, 2009
N Spad
Great set of movies! Nice to have the whole collection all in one place. My boys love it-they are 12 and 5 years old. Can't pass up a classic.
Great Movie Collection October 19, 2009
Toni Rose (Boston, MA)
I ordered this 4 DVD set for my grandchildren because they had never seen or heard of The Karate Kid. The service from Amazon.com was great; they were delivered within 2 days and the DVD's are first rate and great quality. I would definitely recommend this product.
 from bullied to butt kicking hero September 3, 2009
M. Mackenzie (UK London)
It takes me back to the 80's watching The Karate kid, when martial arts was all the rage (fashion) it is a good family film which holds something for everyone, laughter suspense and the thrill of what good old Mr Miagi will show young Daniel how to defeat his enemies. Awesome family fun, go and watch it
Great Collection if you are a "Karate Kid" movie fan July 8, 2009
Gay E. Farrell
This is a Great Collection for any fan of the "Karate Kid" movies. My children enjoyed these movies growing up in the 80's and now my grandchildren will enjoy them when they become of age to appreciate them.
Exactly what i expected July 8, 2009
Steven D. Lasoski (Greenville, NC)
This company did exactly what they said they would do. I received my video in perfect unopened condition in an expected period of time for shipping. I would definitely do business with them again.
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